Aysen Davraz | Earth | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Aysen Davraz | Earth | Best Researcher Award

Aysen Davraz | Suleyman Demirel University | Turkey

Prof. Dr. Aysen Davraz is a distinguished hydrogeologist with an extensive academic and research portfolio that spans over three decades. Born on November 17, 1970, she earned her BSc, MSc, and PhD in Geological Engineering and has steadily advanced through academic ranks, becoming a full professor in 2016. With a prolific research output of 45 indexed documents, her work has garnered 2,323 citations across 2,059 citing documents, demonstrating her broad influence in the fields of hydrogeochemistry, geothermal systems, groundwater sustainability, climate change impacts, and water resource management. Her scholarly impact is further reflected in an impressive h-index of 20, highlighting both productivity and sustained citation relevance. She has supervised numerous master’s and doctoral theses, contributed chapters to international books, authored a scientific monograph, and actively participated in 25 research projects as director or investigator. Prof. Davraz has published widely in leading SCI and SCI-Expanded journals and presented her findings at international conferences through 28 full papers and 14 abstracts. She also holds leadership roles as President of the Association of Hydrogeological Engineers and Water Resources Research and is an active member of the International Association of Hydrogeologists, reinforcing her standing as a globally recognized expert in groundwater science and environmental geosciences.

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Featured Publications

  • Davraz, A., Nalbantçılar, M. T., İştin, A. E., Kadırhan, G., & Çelik, S. (2025). Hydrogeochemistry properties of thermal waters and health risk assessment in Şırnak geothermal fields (Turkey). Carbonates and Evaporites

  • Şener, E., & Davraz, A. (2025). Future drought projections with CMIP6 in Eğirdir Lake basin (Türkiye). Natural Hazards

  • Davraz, A., & Aksever, F. (2025). Geochemical processes in groundwater chemistry: A case study. Carbonates and Evaporites

  • Şener, E., & Davraz, A. (2025). Prediction of future drought characteristics over the Southwest Turkey using CMIP6 models. Pure and Applied Geophysics.

  • İştin, A. E., Kadırhan, G., Çelik, S., Nalbantçılar, M. T., & Davraz, A. (2025). Evaluation of thermal tourism potential of Şırnak. Journal of Multidisciplinary Academic Tourism

  • Şener, E., & Davraz, A. (2024). Comparison of drought indices in the analysis of temporal and spatial changes of climatic drought events: A case study in the Eğirdir Lake basin (Isparta/Turkey). Natural Hazards.

Mustapha Najjari | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Mustapha Najjari | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

 Prof. Dr. Mustapha Najjari, Faculté des Sciences Gabes, Tunisia

Prof. Dr. Mustapha Najjari is a distinguished professor at the Faculty of Sciences, University of Gabes, Tunisia. With expertise in physics, his research focuses on transport phenomena in porous media, PEM Fuel Cells, and renewable energy technologies. He has published over 40 national and international articles and contributed extensively to numerical modeling and fluid dynamics studies. In addition to his academic achievements, Dr. Najjari is actively involved in teaching, mentoring Ph.D. students, and serving on editorial boards and academic committees.

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Summary:

Prof. Dr. Mustapha Najjari is an exemplary candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His significant contributions to physics, particularly in the fields of renewable energy and fluid dynamics, position him as a leader in his field. His dedication to teaching, mentoring, and editorial activities further exemplify his commitment to academia. While there are opportunities to elevate his profile through enhanced citations, funding, and industry engagement, his track record demonstrates a strong foundation for recognition.

 

🎓 Education

He holds a Postdoctoral HDR (Habilitation à Diriger des Recherches) from the Faculty of Sciences, Tunis, focusing on flow in porous media and PEM Fuel Cells (2008). His Ph.D. in Physics (2002) addressed boiling in porous media, and he earned his Master’s degree in 1995 and a Bachelor’s degree in Physics in 1992.

 

💼Experience

Professor Najjari serves at the University of Gabes, Tunisia, and has been a part of the faculty since 1995, progressing from lecturer to professor. He has contributed significantly to research at the Laboratory of Processes, Energetics, Environment & Electrical Systems and other institutions. He has also been involved in national and international academic judging and distance learning initiatives.

 

🔬Research Focus

His research focuses on transport phenomena in porous media, PEM Fuel Cells, salt crystallization, and renewable energy technologies. He applies numerical modeling to investigate complex fluid dynamics, phase changes, and heat transfer in engineering and environmental contexts.

 

Awards

He has published over 40 national and international articles, reviewed for renowned journals like Springer and Elsevier, and contributed to the development of cutting-edge AI models for medical and engineering applications.

 

Skills

Mustapha Najjari is proficient in teaching advanced physics topics such as Statics, Dynamics, Electromagnetism, Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Optics, Waves, and Modern Physics. He has expertise in Numerical Methods, Fuel Cells, Hydrogen Storage, and Surface Physics. His research skills include numerical simulation, phase change analysis, and modeling in porous media, with notable computer proficiency in tools like Fortran, Pascal, MS Office, and specialized graphing software.

 

Publications

  • “Analytical Analysis of the Effects of the Porosity Distribution on Liquid–Water Management in the Cathode of a Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cell”
    • Authors: F. Khemili, M. Najjari
    • Year: 2024
    • Citations: 0

 

  • “Recent advancements in enhancing the efficiency of solar energy systems through the utilization of ferrofluids and magnetic fields”
    • Authors: Z. Mehrez, W. Maaoui, M. Najjari
    • Year: 2024
    • Citations: 3

 

  • “Effects of the Porosity Distribution on Liquid–Water Transport in the Cathode of a PEMFC Fuel Cell” (Conference Paper)
    • Authors: F. Khemili, M. Najjari
    • Year: 2024
    • Citations: 0

 

  • “Extracting salt from soil with ceramic sheets”
    • Authors: F. Khemili, C. Gobaa, M. Najjari
    • Year: 2024
    • Citations: 0

 

  • “A web-based intelligent calculator for predicting viscosity of ethylene–glycol–based nanofluids using an artificial neural network model”
    • Authors: W. Maaoui, Z. Mehrez, M. Najjari
    • Year: 2024
    • Citations: 1

 

  • “Numerical Modeling of the Influence of Gas Diffusion Layer Properties on Liquid Water Transport and Transient Responses in a Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cell”
    • Authors: F. Khemili, M. Najjari
    • Year: 2023
    • Citations: 1

 

  • “Estimation of nanofluids viscosity using artificial neural network: application on the lubricant poly-alpha-olefin boron nitride”
    • Authors: W. Maaoui, Z. Mehrez, M. Najjari
    • Year: 2023
    • Citations: 1

 

  • “Artificial Intelligence-Enabled Wearable ECG for Elderly Patients” (Book Chapter)
    • Authors: N. Sakli, C. Baccouch, B.O. Soufene, S. Hedi, M. Najjari
    • Year: 2023
    • Citations: 3

 

  • “Dielectric Properties of Contaminated Soil by Salt Crystals”
    • Authors: W. Maaoui, F. Mezdari, M. Najjari
    • Year: 2023
    • Citations: 0

 

  • “Internet of Things (IoT) System with Matlab Interface for Multi-Patient ECG’s Monitoring” (Conference Paper)
    • Authors: N. Sakli, C. Baccouche, A. Zouinkhi, H. Sakli, M. Najjari
    • Year: 2022
    • Citations: 0

 

Conclusion:

Prof. Najjari is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award. His impactful research, academic leadership, and dedication to addressing pressing global challenges align with the qualities of an outstanding researcher. Addressing the outlined areas for improvement could further enhance his candidacy in future evaluations.